Small Businesses

Business News

Here's What Millions of Small Businesses Have in Common, According to a New Survey

A majority of the businesses surveyed, almost three in five, have been running for at least six years, and 15% were operational for over a quarter of a century.

Growing a Business

10 Big Ways to Shine for National Small Business Week (and 5 Things to Avoid)

Every year, the U.S. Small Business Administration takes time to honor America's top small businesses. As one of the country's 33 million small businesses, you are the engine of the nation's economy. Share your story and grow new business by leveraging your connection with your community.

Growing a Business

Who You Hire Matters — Here's How to Form a Team That's Built to Last

Among the many challenges related to managing a small business, hiring a quality team of employees is one of the most important. Check out this list of tips and best practices to find the best people for your business.

Starting a Business

4 Common Mistakes That Will Spell Doom Your Ecommerce Business

It's hard to spot a success story before it happens, yet it's easy to tell if a business will struggle. With that in mind, here are the four most common mistakes people make that you should avoid when starting an ecommerce business.

Growing a Business

How Small Businesses Can Leverage Big Data For Big Results

Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale your business, understanding and utilizing big data can be a game-changer in your entrepreneurial journey.

Side Hustle

How to Get the Most Money Out of Your Side Hustle During Tax Season, From an Expert Who Raised $75.2 Million to Make Filing Easier

Lauren Myrick started Found to solve the common problems she saw small business owners face.

Growing a Business

6 Marketing Lessons Small Businesses Can Learn From the Big Players

Here are six major takeaways you can apply to your next product launch.

Marketing

4 Strategies to Help You Attract More Local Customers to Your Small Business

Increase your brand's visibility, traffic and sales with these local search marketing tips.

Innovation

What Big Brands Can Learn From Mom & Pop Shops to Connect With Their Customers

As early adopters and adept users of technology, small retailers have some valuable lessons to offer their larger peers.

How to Go Green

6 Ways to Build Sustainable Principles Into Your Business

By cultivating a culture of conscientious production and consumption, your business builds a strong team with similar values and attracts a loyal audience that often transforms into brand ambassadors.

Marketing

How to Harness AI for a Competitive Edge in Marketing

Small businesses can leverage AI to create immersive experiences and foster a culture of innovation, promising a future of unparalleled customer connections.

Growing a Business

How An Unmarked Dive Bar in Vegas Became One of America's Must-See Destinations — Within 3 Years of Opening

In a contest hosted by Entrepreneur, the Silver Stamp was voted America's most loved mom & pop shop. Its success shows that making people comfortable doesn't have to cost a fortune.

Money & Finance

82% of Small Businesses Fail Because of Poor Cash Flow Management. Take These 6 Steps to Ensure Long-Term Financial Stability.

Thinking beyond cash flow is the key to stability for small businesses. Here's how to implement a long-term cash planning strategy.

Money & Finance

Bankruptcy Isn't a Sign of Failure — It's a Strategy. Here's Why It Might Be The Right Move For You.

Are bankruptcies rising? Yes, but it's not what you think.

Money & Finance

You Might Spend Unnecessary Money If You Don't Stay on Top of Your Expenses. Here's How to Manage Them.

Nothing makes paying taxes even more onerous — or gets in the way of a firm understanding of how a business is performing — than ineffective expense management. Use these five expense management tips to not merely survive as a business, but thrive.